General
craven
What does craven mean?
Excessively greedy, especially for food or material things; grasping and covetous.
"Don't be so craven, leave some food for everybody else."
Origin
Pan-Caribbean; from English 'craving/craven'.
Frequently asked questions
What does craven mean in Caribbean slang?
It means excessively greedy or covetous, especially about food or possessions — grasping for more than your share.
Is Caribbean 'craven' the same as standard English 'craven'?
No. Standard English 'craven' means cowardly, but in the Caribbean it means greedy, likely influenced by 'craving'.
Is there a proverb about being craven?
Yes — the well-known Jamaican saying 'craven choke puppy' warns that greed leads to your own downfall.
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